First Printing 1982. A handsome first print copy in fine condition in a near fine and unclipped dustjacket. This copy is signed by the author on the front free endpaper. Minor age toning to the top edge and a S&S colphon stamp to the text block--common on most McMurtry trade copies. The dustjacket has minor edgewear and shelfwear rubbing. A very clean collectable copy from a McMurtry specialist. The semi-autobiographical story of a book and antique scout--(in the author's early career he made a living while in college the same way)---finding collectable books at a bargain and selling them for a profit---a unique idea.